Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Newcastle International Airport (NCL): what you need to know
Newcastle is 11 hours behind Sydney and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SYD to NCL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying during a peak month such as April? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd love to explore another city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Newcastle International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport is a sought-after stop between SYD and NCL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
R 8,584 is currently the best price for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Newcastle International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 21,147. These prices may change depending on demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SYD to NCL if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Newcastle International Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Of the departures from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 25 minutes when using public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near SYD? If you're boarding an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Newcastle International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
Consider staying in a hotel near NCL if you're catching a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Newcastle International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Newcastle International Airport rental car and discover Newcastle and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Alamo and Europcar are top providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your ride from Newcastle International Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to central Newcastle
Newcastle International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Newcastle. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
It typically takes 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
June is the busiest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Newcastle International Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Newcastle in January.
When reserving your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Newcastle International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Newcastle, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 21ºC (70ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SYD to NCL in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Newcastle. Around 402 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
Birmingham is another standout destination in United Kingdom and is around 274 kilometres south of Newcastle. No trip is complete without dropping by Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.